DATE: 1853 (Clara Schumann) / 1854 (Johannes Brahms)

GOOD FOR: when you feel sad because love is so beautiful but will you ever find it?!?!, generally crying your eyes out

The relationship between Robert and Clara Schumann is the most beautiful, bonkers, and heartbreaking love story in classical music. It has everything: Star-crossed lovers! A scandalous legal battle! Incredible musical works inspired by and dedicated to each other! Syphilis! And one of the most tragic endings you’ll hear this side of Shakespeare. It’s my favorite coupling in all of music, so just give up now, Taylor Swift!